How to Run IE Without Add-ons

If Internet Explorer is not working properly, there may be a conflict with one of your installed add-ons, which could cause slow response times or program errors. To test if the problem is with the add-ons or in the program itself, you should run Internet Explorer without the add-ons. If issues persist, then the problem is more than likely with Internet Explorer itself. If the problems go away, then an add-on is the culprit. Rather than manually disabling each individual add-on, Internet Explorer allows you to run the browser with add-ons turned off.

Instructions

1. Close Internet Explorer, if it is currently running.

2. Click the "Start" button, "All Programs," "Accessories," "System Tools," then "Internet Explorer (No Add-ons)." Internet Explorer will then launch with add-ons disabled. You will see a note at the bottom of the window that states, "Add-ons are currently disabled." If you deleted this shortcut, you can also use the Run command line.

3. Hold the "Windows" key, and press "R" to open the Run dialog window. Type "iexplore -extoff" without quotes, and click "OK," then Internet Explorer will then run with add-ons turned off.

References

• Microsoft: Internet Explorer Add-ons - Frequently Asked Questions
• Nirmal TV; How to Run IE8 Without Add-ons; Nirmal; Apr 28, 2009